BA American Studies

About the course

An interdisciplinary study of the United States, covering its popular culture, politics, history, literature, economics, race relations and religion, with inter-American perspectives. In year 3 you can choose to spend a semester studying at a partner university in the US.

Entry requirements for Irish students

• Leaving Certificate with at least 6 subjects from the Established Programme: 2 at Higher Level with at least H5 and 4 more at O6/H7 or better, plus a CAO score of at least 350. All applications are assessed individually.
• No specific subject requirements. English must be at Dutch VWO level (grade 6 or better) or shown by a certificate such as IELTS Academic 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90 or Cambridge English 180; check with admissions whether your Leaving Cert English is accepted.

How to apply

1. Apply in StudielinkRegister and apply for BA American Studies in Studielink by 1 May 2027.
2. Complete the online applicationLog in to the University of Groningen application portal and upload your documents, including Leaving Cert results (or predicted grades) and proof of English.
3. Optional matchingThe Faculty of Arts offers an optional, non-binding matching activity. Open Days and webclasses are also recommended.
4. Admission decisionYou get a place once you meet the requirements. The programme starts on 1 September 2027.

Costs

• Standard Dutch EU fee: €2,694 (2026/27). The 2027/28 fee is set by the Dutch government each year (expected to be close to €2,800).
• EU students may be eligible for a Dutch tuition-fee loan (DUO).

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